From military service to legal service

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  • Masters in Business Administration (MBA), The University of Alabama
  • Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, The University of Alabama
  • Graduate of the Collegiate Entrepreneurship Academy, The Culverhouse College of Business

Manav Patel

Account Manager

Manav Patel joins Canterbury Capital Insurance in May 2026 bringing over four years of engineering and account management experience to the agency. His primary focus is helping successful individuals and families protect their assets, income, and legacy through comprehensive risk assessments and tailored insurance solutions.


He collaborates with financial advisors, wealth managers, and private banking professionals to ensure insurance strategies align with broader wealth preservation objectives. His approach emphasizes proactive risk management, customized coverage design, and ongoing policy oversight to help clients safeguard what matters most while maintaining cost efficiency.


Manav resides in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, where he is pursuing a Master of Business Administration (MBA) at The University of Alabama. Outside of work, he enjoys participating in business competitions, practicing Taekwondo, playing competitive soccer, and performing Indian fusion dance.

  • Fuel Alabama: Tuscaloosa – Member/Volunteer
  • Habitat for Humanity – Volunteer 
  • The Chamber of Commerce of West Alabama – Member